Advocacy and Campaign Coordinator (EU) – Jigawa

About the role

The Advocacy and Campaign Coordinator will lead and manage advocacy and campaign activities for the EU‑funded education project in Jigawa, Nigeria. Working closely with the Education Coordinator, GESI Officer, MEAL Coordinator and other programme staff, the role aims to promote inclusive, quality education for all children, especially girls.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and implement an advocacy and campaign plan targeting state and local government stakeholders.
• Lead advocacy engagements at state, LGA and community levels on Universal Basic Education and gender‑inclusive schooling.
• Produce policy briefs, concept notes, guidelines and other advocacy materials in collaboration with the CO ACCM unit.
• Monitor, document and report on advocacy outcomes for internal and donor reporting.
• Support capacity‑building and partnership‑building activities with government officials, NGOs and community groups.
• Contribute to SCI Nigeria’s broader advocacy, media and communication strategy.
• Ensure compliance with child safeguarding procedures throughout all activities.

Required profile

• Relevant university degree (e.g., Education, Public Policy, International Development).
• Minimum three years of experience in advocacy, campaign or policy influencing, preferably in the education sector.
• Demonstrated experience working with government and community stakeholders in Nigeria.
• Strong understanding of gender equality and inclusive education issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Required skills